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169 - Missiles, Energy, and Deterrence: March 2026 News in Review
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- Apr 1, 2026
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- 2778
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Summary
In this March 2026 News in Review episode, Jim and Curtis analyze their favorite deterrence‑related developments and headlines shaping the global security environment over the past month. Drawing on a range of recent articles and policy announcements, the conversation examines evolving deterrence strategies, advances in missile technology, and the growing intersection between energy security and national defense. Topics include Iran’s expanding missile range and implications for Europe, North Korea’s continued testing of nuclear‑capable systems, NATO dynamics—including Finland’s nuclear posture—and the Department of Energy’s newly released five‑year energy security plan. The hosts emphasized how resilience, credibility, and trust, remain essential to maintaining stability in an increasingly contested world. Episode Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction to deterrence and current events 01:07 – Iran’s missile capabilities and European response 06:23 – Understanding threats: capability and intent 11:37 – Energy security as a national security concern 16:10 – Deterrence strategies: cost, denial, and resilience 19:10 – North Korea’s military developments and global implications 21:35 – North Korea’s missile capabilities 30:00 – The future of energy resilience and microgrids 38:47 – Finland’s nuclear policy and NATO dynamics 40:14 – Radiation effects and impacts on electronics Get Involved with more NIDS Services: https://thinkdeterrence.com/ Deterrence Education at NIDS https://thinkdeterrence.com/deterrence-education/ Listen to our Podcasts NIDS Podcast Network - National Institute for Deterrence Studies Like and follow us – The NIDS View: https://media.rss.com/nuclearview/feed.xml LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thinkdeterrence X.com : https://x.com/thinkdeterrence Yo…